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In the words of the great Oscar Wilde, ‘be yourself. Everyone else is taken.’ And when it comes to becoming a great and inspiring leader, truer words have never been spoken. So what is authentic leadership? And how can it benefit you and your organisation? We’ve pulled together this comprehensive guide to explain the benefits of practising authentic leadership

The benefits of undertaking an MBA are huge. For example, 74% of all AIB alumni have had a salary increase since graduating, and 90% claim that they enhanced their professional value.

But that doesn’t make the choice to start an MBA an easy one. You may have family or social commitments that aren’t up for negotiation. And even the most ambitious workers can struggle without a plan in place

With a retirement age of almost 70 in Australia, being stuck in a passionless job can feel like a life sentence. Unfortunately, many people believe that they are too old to change careers in Australia. But with the average person changing jobs approximately 13 times in their lifetime, a career change at 40 in Australia has never been more common.

The recently published MBA Alumni Insights Report highlights the career outcomes MBA graduates achieve and the professional impact it has. Almost 100% of respondents agreed that the MBA curriculum and learning pathways are practical and applicable.

While it might be clear what career choices degrees in accounting and human resources may lead to, there’s two that aren’t so clear cut – business administration and business management. But what’s the difference? And which one should you choose?

As a business leader, what tools do you use to make important decisions? You may have endless amounts of data to support your choice, but you rarely rely on one source of information. Whether you realise it or not, other factors always come into play – such as personal beliefs, stress levels and access to resources. Unfortunately, these things don’t always result in the best outcomes.

Not everyone has the ability to understand data and interpret it in a way that results in higher earnings. That’s why most businesses need a business analyst. Are you wondering how to become a business analyst? Read on to find out.

Asking workers to learn new rules, policies, and procedures can be like pulling teeth. While some team members might embrace the change, others may find leaving their comfort zone unsettling. Employees who feel they haven’t been given a choice may dig their heels in and refuse to adapt. Others may become frustrated but are too afraid to speak up.

Undertaking an MBA can be daunting, especially if you’ve never
studied before. Despite new research showing that MBA graduates
are in high demand, many potential MBA students still have
concerns about embarking on a new academic journey.